Downtown Rochester
Rochester
Visit Downtown Rochester
Popular places to visit
Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
You can learn about the history of Rochester when you stop by Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Mayo Civic Center
Catch an event at Mayo Civic Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
University of Minnesota-Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Minnesota-Rochester during your stay in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rochester Art Center
Enjoy a stop at Rochester Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rochester Civic Theater
You can enjoy a show at Rochester Civic Theater during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Mayo Park
After visiting Mayo Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rochester.
Things to do
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Top hotels in Downtown Rochester
Kahler Grand Hotel
"Its proximity to the Clinic and the staff at the Essex are the only positive attributes. Other than that, some minor remodeling has occurred over the last 25 years I’ve stayed at the Kahler Grand. We’re seriously considering our options for future visits to Mayo."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
"-Clean but outdated +Just across the street from Mayo Hospital +Convenient to good restaurants Yes, I would stay again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
"It is a great hotel. The facilities are new-looking, and the EV charging is free. plentiful and handy, and the breakfast has many options -- including for vegans. We did have a closet door falling off, and there were no signs explaining how to lower the blinds (it was an unlabled walls switch far ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
"Great stay at Hotel Indigo! Room was spotless, beds were comfy, and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Brentwood Inn & Suites
"The cleanliness and location to Mayo Clinic is ideal. Add the free parking and breakfast we stay nowhere else."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
"Coming to visit the Mayo Clinic was a difficult journey, yet every single employee we had contact with was amazing! We felt well cared for and our every need was met! The breakfast was wonderful each day; the front desk folks were always helpful and thoughtful. We greatly appreciated the rides to ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Rochester
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
Northrup
When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pill Hill Historic District
Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Side Pioneers
If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Mayo Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.
Kutzky Park
While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.
Slatterly Park
While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Golf Course and Rochester Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
